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Best Florida Flight Deals from Des Moines

Cheapest round-trip prices found by our users on KAYAK in the last 72 hours

Orlando
Orlandononstop$80
Miami
Miami1 stop$217
Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdalenonstop$115
Tampa
Tampa1 stop$218
Fort Myers
Fort Myers1 stop$285
West Palm Beach
West Palm Beach1 stop$299
Jacksonville
Jacksonvillenonstop$86
Sarasota
Sarasotanonstop$156
Pensacola
Pensacola1 stop$271
Key West
Key West1 stop$239
Panama City
Panama City1 stop$271
Valparaiso
Valparaisononstop$127
Punta Gorda
Punta Gordanonstop$133
Tallahassee
Tallahassee1 stop$505
Gainesville
Gainesville1 stop$337
Orlando
Orlandononstop$80
Miami
Miami1 stop$217
Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdalenonstop$115
Tampa
Tampa1 stop$218
Fort Myers
Fort Myers1 stop$285
West Palm Beach
West Palm Beach1 stop$299
Jacksonville
Jacksonvillenonstop$86
Sarasota
Sarasotanonstop$156
Pensacola
Pensacola1 stop$271
Key West
Key West1 stop$239
Panama City
Panama City1 stop$271
Valparaiso
Valparaisononstop$127
Punta Gorda
Punta Gordanonstop$133
Tallahassee
Tallahassee1 stop$505
Gainesville
Gainesville1 stop$337

Cheap Flights from Des Moines to Florida

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Des Moines to Florida that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Des Moines to Florida

Recommended round-trip deals departing in the coming months from the most popular airlines that fly from Des Moines to Florida.
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7:00 am - 10:45 amDSM-SFB
2h 45mnonstop
Allegiant Air Logo
11:35 am - 1:33 pmSFB-DSM
2h 58mnonstop
$80Allegiant Air
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Tue, Jun 10 - Wed, Jun 11
Allegiant Air Logo
8:30 am - 12:07 pmDSM-JAX
2h 37mnonstop
Allegiant Air Logo
12:57 pm - 2:49 pmJAX-DSM
2h 52mnonstop
$86Allegiant Air
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Sun, Jun 22 - Thu, Jun 26
Delta Logo
6:35 pm - 12:37 amDSM-MIA
5h 02m1 stop
Delta Logo
3:59 pm - 10:30 pmMIA-DSM
7h 31m1 stop
$217Delta
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Fri, May 16 - Tue, May 20
Delta Logo
6:35 pm - 12:37 amDSM-MIA
5h 02m1 stop
Delta Logo
7:00 am - 1:25 pmMIA-DSM
7h 25m1 stop
$223Delta
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Fri, May 16 - Wed, May 21
American Airlines Logo
6:45 am - 11:09 amDSM-MIA
3h 24mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
5:28 pm - 11:01 pmMIA-DSM
6h 33m1 stop
$272American Airlines
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Sat, Jul 12 - Mon, Jul 21
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 3:44 pmDSM-MIA
8h 44m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
3:28 pm - 11:54 pmMIA-DSM
9h 26m1 stop
$281United Airlines
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Tue, Jun 10 - Tue, Jun 17
United Airlines Logo
6:25 am - 3:02 pmDSM-TPA
7h 37m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
12:35 pm - 5:59 pmTPA-DSM
6h 24m1 stop
$285United Airlines
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Tue, May 27 - Tue, Jun 3
American Airlines Logo
6:45 am - 2:15 pmDSM-MCO
6h 30m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
6:52 am - 11:13 amMCO-DSM
5h 21m1 stop
$286American Airlines
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Tue, Jun 3 - Wed, Jun 4
Southwest Logo
8:35 am - 6:55 pmDSM-TPA
9h 20m2 stops
Southwest Logo
6:55 am - 12:25 pmTPA-DSM
6h 30m1 stop
$322Southwest
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Sat, Sep 6 - Sat, Sep 13
Southwest Logo
5:35 pm - 9:35 pmDSM-ECP
4h 00m1 stop
Southwest Logo
7:55 pm - 12:05 amECP-DSM
4h 10m1 stop
$339Southwest
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Wed, Jun 18 - Sun, Jun 22
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Des Moines to Florida flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Des Moines to Florida to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest Des Moines to Florida flight route?

The cheapest price for flight routes found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks for round-trip flights from Des Moines to Florida.

The cheapest ticket to Florida from Des Moines found in the last 72 hours was to Jacksonville, at $83 round-trip. The most popular route is from Des Moines (DSM) to Orlando Sanford Intl Airport (SFB), and the cheapest round-trip airline ticket found on this route in the last 72 hours was $92.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Des Moines to Florida?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

No, with an average price for the route of $297, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Florida?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Des Moines to Florida, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Des Moines to Florida is May, when tickets cost $249 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and April, when the average cost of round-trip tickets is $386 and $369 respectively.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Des Moines to Florida?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Des Moines to Florida clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

When flying from Des Moines to Florida, you should consider leaving on a Monday and avoid Saturdays if you are looking for the best rates. For your return to Des Moines, you’ll find the best rates on Fridays and the most expensive ones on Mondays.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Des Moines to Florida?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Des Moines to Florida, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Des Moines to Florida, you should book around 2 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 6 weeks before departure.


Good to know

Low seasonAugust
High seasonMarch
Cheapest flight$50
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 14% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 23% increase in price.
Flight from Des Moines to Orlando Sanford Intl

FAQs - booking Florida flights

  • Is there an airline that allows children to fly alone from Des Moines to Florida?

    American Airlines offers an unaccompanied minor program for children aged 5-14 traveling alone. The program ensures that the child is supervised from check-in to arrival at their destination. The airline provides a dedicated agent to escort the child through security and to the gate, and the child is boarded before other passengers. During the flight, the child is checked on regularly by flight attendants. Upon arrival, the child is released only to the designated guardian, who must provide valid identification.

  • What would make a good choice for a very sustainable airline I can use for this trip?

    Allegiant Air is committed to sustainability and has implemented several initiatives to reduce its environmental impact. The airline has invested in fuel-efficient aircraft, resulting in a 30% reduction in carbon emissions per passenger mile over the past decade. Additionally, the company has implemented a paperless cockpit and has reduced the weight of its planes through measures such as removing unnecessary equipment. Allegiant also recycles on-board materials and has a program to donate unsold food to local charities.

  • What are the different types of tickets available on Allegiant Air?

    Allegiant Air offers three types of ticket bundles. Their basic ticket allows you to bring one personal item on the plane with you. Their bonus ticket package allows you to also have a carry-on bag, and you get seat selection and a more liberal cancellation policy. Their total package builds on the bonus package by also allowing you to bring a checked bag with you, and you get priority boarding at the gate.

  • Are there any airlines on this route that offer specialized meals for those with dietary restrictions?

    United Airlines offers special meals for passengers with dietary restrictions, including vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and kosher options. These meals must be requested at least 24 hours before departure and are available on most flights. United also offers special meals for passengers with medical conditions, such as low-sodium or diabetic meals. The airline's website provides detailed information on the different meal options, and customers can also call the United Customer Contact Center to request a special meal.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Des Moines to Florida?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Des Moines to Florida.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Des Moines to Florida?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight from Des Moines to Florida is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Des Moines to Florida?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly from Des Moines to Florida with an airline and back with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Des Moines to Florida?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying from Des Moines to Florida up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

  • What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Florida?

    The cheapest time of day to fly to Florida is generally in the evening, when round-trip flights cost $221 on average. Morning departures are around 11% more expensive than evening flights, on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to Florida is generally in the afternoon, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is $272.

Top tips for finding cheap flights to Florida

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found tickets from Des Moines to the following destinations at these prices or less: Miami $225 one-way - $473 round-trip; Tampa $66 one-way - $112 round-trip; Orlando $71 one-way - $166 round-trip
  • If you are looking for the quickest way to get from Des Moines to Florida, you should consider the non-stop flights aboard American Airlines that depart from Des Moines International Airport (DSM) and arrive at Miami International Airport (MIA).
  • Travelers looking to make their way to the west coast of Florida will find direct flights to St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport (PIE) aboard Allegiant Air, and this same airline also offers a direct flight to Sarasota Bradenton International Airport (SRQ).
  • If the entire family is making their way to Florida for some great theme park fun in the city of Orlando, they can travel on a non-stop flight aboard Frontier Airlines departs from Des Moines International Airport and arrives at Orlando International Airport (MCO).
  • If you have an early flight to Florida from Des Moines International Airport, a better choice than driving early in the morning would be to stay at the Holiday Inn Des Moines Airport, which sits right at the entrance to the airport property.
  • Travelers looking for a great way to get to the southeastern Florida city of Fort Lauderdale should consider the direct flight aboard Allegiant Air that departs from Des Moines International Airport and arrives at Fort Lauderdale International Airport (FLL).

Top 5 airlines serving from Des Moines to Florida

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Des Moines to Florida. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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8.0
SouthwestOverall score based on 4294 reviews
7.1Food
8.0Comfort
8.6Crew
7.6Entertainment
8.2Boarding
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It is southwest seat was ok. Not the most comfortable seat

8.0 ExcellentJohn, Apr 2025PVD - FLL
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It is southwest seat was ok. Not the most comfortable seat

I’ve always loved Southwest. No issues at all. I was flying standby and the gate agent was extremely friendly and helpful. Boarding was smooth and I was able to get a window seat in the emergency exit row. Crew was fantastic! They were very professional and accommodating. We had to divert from our destination due to weather but the flight crew kept everyone at ease and informed us of all pertinent information. Excellent flight

The price of the tickets isn't matching the flight experience. No matter how long the flight is, you're only getting pretzels. The flight attendants looked unkept and over it.

Plz don't take away free bags and free seating

The seats were a bit cramped and worn, but otherwise okay.

I would have liked to arrive on time - not 5 hours late!

After a 3 hour layover in Denver my flight was delayed over 5 hours! No explanation; no assistance; no offer to provide compensation; no one at Southwest was willing to offer any assistance. 8 hours in the Denver airport - ridiculous!

It was a perfect flight in all aspects! Both legs!

Only one drink pass through the cabin for a 4 hour flight. Quite rough and bumpy landing.

Boarding process, crew were good. But the seats were so uncomfortable that was all I could focus on. I literally had to sit forward so that all 3 of us could fit in row. I will try to avoid Southwest in the future for any flights over 60 minutes.

Delta is my preferred airline. I've traveled with them for years. On time in most cases, good communication, easy to use app. Most planes are pretty nice. I was on a CRJ 700/900 however, which was pretty badly aged inside and needed a refresh. No infotainment, unreliable wifi, best to download before boarding or bring a book. Food choices are really just snacks on this flight, nice variety but about what you'd expect. Great staff and prompt in departure and early arrival too. Overall quite satisfied.

Crew was friendly Love the entertainment in the seat head rest.

Delta flight was on time, seats were comfortable, and crew was nice.

This had nothing to do with Delta… The flights were on time and flawless. The service was excellent. We purchased seats in (aisle/middle) comfort plus since this was a cross country flight. Unfortunately, the woman seated at the window was 300+ pounds and, as might be expected, covered up about a third of the middle seat also. there was absolutely nothing that Delta could have done about that… I just don’t know what the answer should be. If you purchase a seat, you should should be able to use the entire seat and not just the portion that someone else is not sitting/oozing in. Disappointing…there should be something that could be done….I'm just not sure what solution could be.

Delayed take-off. Very small plane so very scary with lots of bumps during the flight. Would never fly Delta on short flights in small 80 seaters plane again! Felt relieved when landed.

The worst part was I was NOT allowed in the lounge even though I was holding a first class ticket and have a premium American Express card. I have flown Business or First Class with many airlines. Delta is the ONLY one who does not extend this courtesy to anyone except people who hold the very expensive American Express card. As a result, I won’t fly Delta if I have any other choice.

A little bumpy ride . No food was being provided due the the turbulence. That was ok it was a short flight to my standards.

Simply outstanding. Their new lounge for Delta One customers is a cut above the rest.

Other then mechanical/ computer problem and 3.5 hours flight delay the flight was great. I guess that what happened when you fly an old airplane now a day.

This was a code share Latam Airlines flight - everything very good except there was no seatback entertainment

A bit rush for transit. Food and entertainment are not available

Multiple delays and not straight answer from the United team

Stewardess spilled orange juice on my clothes/seat no help no apology just threw napkins at me to clean the mess up. Not Happy.

Smooth flight. Boarding was chaotic. Could not hear the gate agent over the intercom. People were lined up in the wrong lines. Groups one and two were told to board through line one and group 3 through line 2. All very confusing. Once in the air, the flight was smooth. There was no entertainment option on this aircraft, even though it was a larger aircraft.

The plane pushed back from the gate on time. However, it stopped on the ramp, and we waited for over 20 minutes before the aircraft pulled back to the gate. Apparently, something of importance had to be removed from the aircraft by the gate agent. I found this to be odd. The delay was not significant, but I felt that whatever was on the aircraft that had to be taken off, should’ve been done before we pushed back from the gate.

Electric plugs didn't work. Entertainment system wasn't working

The design of the light switch on the arm rest is ridiculous.

Smooth boarding process. Early departure, smooth flight, early arrival. The entertainment package has very good recent movie options. The flight crew were friendly and professional.

leg space better than expected. two washrooms for one plane isn't enough.

The gate attendant let me walk right by her with a bag too big for the overhead compartment

Easiest flights I’ve ever taken. Plane was comfortable without overly crowded seating.

Terrible. Still have not received the refund from them. They sent it to some account that I don't even know. Spoke with costumer service and they are unable to help.

I didn’t like it at all. I miss my second flight because of the delay on Allegiant Air now I m stuck in MCO.

Good, but a bit late on take off after loading. Don't like charging for carry ons!

First time flying with them and will definitely fly again in the future. Crew was so nice and friendly, fought was seamless. They are simple planes, no entertainment, but it’s fine for a short flight or if you have personal devices Rates are competitive, and they did so well with keeping the flight on time after a tropical storm, where other airlines had delays and cancellations.

They boarded passengers that sat in the back of the plane first, making boarding very efficient.

I didn't even take this flight. My plans changed and I couldn't get ahold of customer service and the website kept breaking down during the attempt to change the flight. I wound up taking another airline entirely and eating the cost.

The worst flying experience ever 3 delays. No accommodations. Had to deboard the plane after being delayed.

Posted a 20minute delay but didn’t delay at all. Caused boarding issues and confusion. Also, didn’t release baggage. Took over an hour and 20 minutes to get luggage.

Flight was good, boarding was a breeze, flight attendants were friendly and professional. There was a medical issue with another passenger and the crew handled it in a calm and professional way.

Everything about the flight was lovely…We left early, arrived early, cabin crew were efficient and helpful. Flight was easy and most pleasant.

Would have thought that they would gas up plane before everyone got on board

Fine. On time, cabin service was fine, bag arrived. All good. Flying into DCA so did not collide with any helicopters, which is also good. Horrid incident that could have and should have been prevented.

Standard. No different than a discount carrier on a short trip.

The flights were terribly delayed and then cancelled which forced us booking another night at the hotel. Very poor management from American Airlines

Crew was late. Baggage was late. 2hs inside the plane waiting fro de-icing and traffic. A 3:30hs flight ended up being almost 6hs inside the airplane.

Checking in at the counter was very disappointing. The lady had a very bad attitude and smart at me. She had no smile, did not greet me by name, or acknowledge me as a valued customer. Poor reflection of the airline.

Miami lounges were overcrowded and we were unable to get in. We only had a short time. But the banks are too tight in all American hubs

I was pleasantly surprised with an upgrade at boarding. I finally had a mostly gluten free food options and a very attentive attendant.

Very poor. Our special services attendant gave us incorrect information. I also was mishandled at landing. There was no wheelchair waiting. I fell deboarding the plane. Appalling!

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